Messenger
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The role of a Messenger is to collect and deliver mail, pouches and other communications from and to the post office, government agencies and other institutions. The Messenger normally reports to an administrative function in an operation.
All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
Duties
- Collects and delivers mail, pouches and other communications from and to the post office, government agencies and other institutions;
- Sorts, delivers and picks up mail from various offices on the premises at regular intervals. Keeps records as required;
- Packs material received for dispatch, affixes labels, inserts material in envelopes and franks outgoing mail;
- Operates photocopying and duplicating machines;
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G1 - Completion of Primary Education; or High School Diploma or higher
Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Certificates and/or Licenses
Nor specified.
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Not specified.
Desirable
Not specified.
Functional Skills
Not specified.
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
Desired Candidate Profile
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level):
This position doesn't require a functional clearance
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